Garden of Balata

World-renowned! Step into the artist's garden...

Balata Road
‍97234 Fort-de-France
Open 365 days a year
9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. (last admissions at 4:30 p.m.)
Canopy Walk
Grande Savane Road, Cabout
97170 Petit-Bourg
Open 365 days a year
From 9 AM to 6 PM (last admissions at 4:30 PM)
Daily lorikeet feeding at 3 PM

A living picture, nestled in the heart of Martinique! The garden is a treasure of the island...

Average length of visit: 2 hours
Playground
Restaurant La Luciole

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Subscription
yearly
30.00€
Adult
20.00€
Child*
*Children aged 3 to 12.
Free for children under 3 years old.
(Excluding school groups, nurseries and childcare)
On sale only on site
Valid for 1 year from date of issue
Ticket
individual
€16.50
Adult
11.00€
Child*
*Children aged 3 to 12.
Free for children under 3 years old.
(Excluding school groups, nurseries and childcare)
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Pack
Garden + Zoo
31.50€
Adult
21.00€
Child*
*Children aged 3 to 12.
Free for children under 3 years old.
(Excluding school groups, nurseries and childcare)
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Events
upcoming

Mercredi 1er juillet 14h ou 15h30
40 ans de souvenirs : Visite guidée de la maison créole
Revivez l’histoire du Jardin de Balata à travers une visite guidée de la maison créole, ponctuée d’anecdotes, de souvenirs et de moments de partage avec les équipes. Venez y découvrir des nouveautés inaugurées spécialement pour les 40 ans du Jardin.
Samedi 4 juillet à 10h
Conte en musique : Découvrez un duo de flûtistes
Dans l’ancienne bergerie, les visiteurs sont invités à profiter d’un moment vivant et chaleureux avec un duo de flûtistes. Entre mélodies et contes locaux, cette animation musicale promet une parenthèse douce et conviviale. Sans réservation, inclus dans le prix du ticket d'entrée.
Saturday 18 April at 10 am
Secret of Valombreuse's eggs
Discover the eggs of garden animals: hummingbirds, lorikeets, flamingos, anolis or ibises... A fun animation to observe, compare and unravel the secrets of these amazing natural treasures.
Every day at 3pm
Encounter with an animal healer
Join the animal keepers in the garden every day to watch the lorikeets feed and discover the secrets of these beautiful birds of Australian origin
Trois colibris colorés autour d'un abreuvoir rouge dans un jardin flou.

A botanical garden the heart of Martinique.

All paradises are gardens, and it's no accident that the magic of the Balata Garden evokes such astonishing feelings in its visitors. It was in 1982 that Jean-Philippe Thoze, a horticulturist, landscape designer, and artist at heart, returned to the place of his childhood, his grandparents' Creole house. His love for Martinique and its biodiversity gave birth to an extraordinary garden where rare and spectacular plants flourish. A true tribute to the nature of the Flower Island. The garden, arranged around the family Habitation with its typical Creole architecture, is the result of a perfect alchemy between a return to his roots and an atypical artist.
Fleur rose vif avec de longues pétales incurvées et des gouttes d'eau sur un fond vert flou.
+1000
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The most important collection of tropical flowers in Martinique, including some of the rarest and most endangered!
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Intérieur maison créole jardin de Balata
The house
Creole
Open to the garden, this traditional house transports its visitors. Stepping onto its period tiles, admiring its tiled roof from the Trois Îlets pottery, and taking the time to admire the garden from this large terrace – that's also part of the Balata experience.
The Creole house

Paradise is lived by several ways

Jardin luxuriant avec pelouse verte, palmiers, fleurs rouges et forêt tropicale sous un ciel bleu clair.
Palm Grove
A palm-filled valley with an exceptional view of Fort-de-France Bay.
Deux personnes marchent sur une allée pavée dans un jardin tropical luxuriant.
Royal Walk
A peaceful place where bamboo creates a natural ambiance perfect for walks and relaxation.
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Porcelain Roses
A beautiful path of porcelain roses where hummingbirds love to feed
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Aquatic Garden
Ponds, aquatic plants, and koi carp, inviting contemplation
Jeune homme debout sur un pont suspendu, entouré d'arbres verts en forêt.
Canopy
A tree-top walk that offers a different perspective of the garden and the vastness of the trees.
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Bamboo Garden
A soothing bamboo-lined path, inviting exploration and relaxation at the heart of the garden.
colibri rose de porcelaine jardin de balata
The hummingbirds
Iconic garden birds to spot around the house or in the porcelain rose alley
Chemin entouré de fougères et d'arbres exotiques dans un jardin tropical luxuriant.
Extraordinary Trees
These remarkable trees showcase the rich botanical diversity of the garden and Martinique's plant heritage.

A garden recognized by institutions and acclaimed By the visitors

Logo "Jardin remarquable"

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Philippe M
"Exceptional Gardens"
All of Martinique's vegetation in a magical place. A must-visit.
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Cidjie S.
"A haven of peace "
Beautiful peaceful garden! A remarkable job, showcasing the fauna and flora of the island of Martinique. The team is very welcoming and warm. I highly recommend it to nature lovers.
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Xavier G.
Floral colors, a living painting
A feast for your eyes and an escape for your mind. After a day of oppressive heat on the island, the visit offered a refreshing respite in nature's gentle coolness. It's a must-see; you'll regret it if you miss it.
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Maison Créole du jardin de Balata
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The Balata Garden is open every day, including Sundays and public holidays, from 9 AM to 6 PM.
Last admissions at 4:30 PM
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Balata Road
Fort-de-France 97234 - MARTINIQUE
+596 596 644 873